# Montenegro tourism strain deepens amid bridge closure > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/mediterranean-beach-chair-price-hikes > Updated: 2026-08-24T05:08:52.000Z. Sources: 121. Developments: 30. Montenegro’s tourism sector faces significant logistical challenges as major infrastructure projects and seasonal traffic restrictions intensify. A central concern is the reconstruction of the Đurđevića Tara bridge on the M-6 road. While previously facing total suspension, the Auto-Moto Union of Montenegro (AMSCG) has clarified that from 10 August until 26 October 2026, all road and pedestrian traffic on the Pljevlja–Žabljak section will be completely halted between 06:00 and 12:00, with alternative routes provided. Political criticism has emerged regarding the state’s management of the peak season. Mihailo Anđušić, political director of the Democratic Party of Socialists (DPS), described the current situation as “completely unprepared” and lacking an organized strategy. He cited frequent accidents, improper driving, and issues at border crossings and airports as factors undermining the tourism sector. Additional AMSCG-mandated restrictions include: • Regional road R-29 (Bar–Kamenički most–Krute): Daily suspensions from 08:00 to 11:00 and 13:00 to 16:00. • Regional road R-30 (Petnjica–Bioča): Total suspension from 08:00 to 12:00 and 13:00 to 17:00 until 31 August 2026, with alternating one-way flow at the Petnjica entrance. • Regional road R-17 (Čevo–Ridjani): Total suspension from 08:00 to 14:00. These measures, alongside heavy-vehicle bans on highways M-1, M-2, M-3, and M-10 and bus/camper restrictions on the Kotor-Trojica route, continue to complicate travel during the summer months. ## Claims - The Đurđevića Tara bridge will be fully closed to traffic beginning 10 August and remain closed until the end of October. (disputed by 3 sources) - Total suspension of all road and pedestrian traffic is approved on the M-6 highway (Pljevlja–Žabljak) at Đurđevića Tara bridge from August 10, 2026, until October 26, 2026, between 06:00 and 12:00. (disputed by 3 sources) - Long vehicle queues, some lasting several hours, were reported at numerous Bosnia and Herzegovina border crossings including Brčko, Orašje, Gradina, Bijača and Doljani. (corroborated by 5 sources) - A fire and a vehicle accident on Croatia's A1 motorway near Split caused lane closures and long traffic queues. (corroborated by 3 sources) - Local businesses expect a roughly 60 % loss in tourism revenue because of the bridge closure. (corroborated by 3 sources) - The bridge provides the main access to Žugića Luka, a major rafting destination. (corroborated by 3 sources) - Local entrepreneurs have asked Montenegro’s Ministry of Transport and the government to postpone the bridge works until at least 1 September. (corroborated by 3 sources) - Traffic is moving with moderate frequency, increasing during the day. (corroborated by 3 sources) - Traffic on regional road R-29 (Bar–Kamenički most–Krute) is suspended daily from 08:00 to 11:00 and 13:00 to 16:00 due to reconstruction. (corroborated by 3 sources) - Total traffic suspension is approved on regional road R-17 (Čevo–Ridjani) from December 16, 2025, until work completion, between 08:00 and 14:00. (corroborated by 3 sources) ## Timeline ### 2026-08-24: Montenegro road closures and traffic warnings issued by AMSCG Montenegro's AMSCG reports increased tourist traffic and multiple road closures, including a long-term suspension of traffic on the Đurđevića Tara bridge due to reconstruction works. 10 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/montenegro-traffic-suspensions-announced-due-to-road-works ### 2026-08-04: Montenegro tourism season hit by traffic chaos, says DPS director Mihailo Anđušić says Montenegro's state fails to manage traffic, accidents and border issues during the tourist season, harming tourism. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/montenegro-tourism-season-hit-by-traffic-chaos-says-dps-director ### 2026-07-29: Montenegro imposes extensive road closures and traffic bans on key routes Montenegro announced extensive road closures and traffic bans for 2026, including a total truck ban on the Đurđevića Tara bridge, alternating schedules on several state roads, and heavy‑vehicle restrictions on 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/montenegro-imposes-extensive-road-closures-and-traffic-bans-on-key-routes ### 2026-07-26: Đurđevića Tara Bridge Closure Threatens Montenegrin Rafting Tourism Montenegro’s Đurđevića Tara bridge will close from 10 Aug to late Oct for reconstruction, risking a 60 % tourism loss and up to 50 % layoffs, as locals urge the government to delay the work. 11 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/montenegros-urevia-tara-bridge-closure-threatens-summer-tourism ### 2026-07-24: Summer traffic jams flood Croatia, Bosnia and Herzegovina and Austria Tourist season traffic spikes cause long highway jams, border queues and ferry overloads in Croatia, Bosnia‑Herzegovina, Austria and Montenegro, with added delays from EU entry‑exit checks. 25 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/montenegro-imposes-extensive-traffic-restrictions-for-urevia-tara-bridge-reconstruction ### 2026-07-17: Tivat, Montenegro and Belgrade, Serbia enact temporary traffic regime changes Tivat (ME) and Belgrade (RS) introduce temporary traffic regime changes in July, adjusting lanes and turn restrictions to improve safety and accommodate construction. 7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/tivat-montenegro-and-belgrade-serbia-enact-temporary-traffic-regime-changes ### 2026-07-16: Montenegro roadworks trigger extensive traffic regime changes Montenegro imposes alternating traffic and heavy‑truck bans on multiple roads to accommodate bridge and road reconstruction projects slated for 2025‑2026. 12 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/montenegro-road-works-trigger-staged-traffic-restrictions ### 2026-07-11: Montenegro imposes road closures and alternating traffic amid races and construction Montenegro’s road authority warns of moderate traffic, full closure of the Cetinje‑Kotor route for a mountain race on 11‑12 July, alternating traffic for passenger vehicles until 31 July, and ongoing bans on he 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/montenegro-imposes-road-closures-and-alternating-traffic-amid-races-and-construction ### 2026-07-10: Serbia and Montenegro issue summer traffic alerts amid road works Serbia and Montenegro issue summer traffic warnings: higher vehicle flow, border crossing changes, and road‑work restrictions affect drivers across both countries. 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/serbia-and-montenegro-issue-summer-traffic-alerts-amid-road-works ### 2026-07-07: Rogami village houses evacuated over Montenegro highway expansion In Rogami, Montenegro, one house has been vacated and families face loss of access as the Smokovac‑Tološi highway construction proceeds, prompting locals to file a complaint over alleged illegal environmental‑e 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/rogami-residents-resist-highway-extension-as-house-is-displaced ### 2026-07-04: Dritan Abazovic launches campaign branding Montenegro as stress‑relief destination Dritan Abazovic promotes Montenegro as a stress‑relief cure, urging tourists to spend 5‑10 days enjoying its mountains, coast, culture and festivals, and calling on the tourism ministry to market it as a health 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/dritan-abazovic-launches-campaign-branding-montenegro-as-stressrelief-destination ### 2026-07-04: Montenegro enforces temporary truck bans as roadworks cause traffic disruptions Montenegro imposed temporary bans on heavy trucks amid extensive road‑work, but drivers are flouting the rules, sparking safety and tourism concerns. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/montenegro-enforces-temporary-truck-bans-as-roadworks-cause-traffic-disruptions ### 2026-07-03: Montenegro tourism sees 10% June rise and €1.48 bn 2025 revenue amid diversification challenges Montenegro welcomed over 100,000 tourists on June 25, with revenue up 8 %, and in 2025 earned €1.48 bn from tourism, though growth fell short of strategic targets and diversification remains a challenge. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/montenegro-tourism-sees-10-june-rise-and-148-bn-2025-revenue-amid-diversification-challenges ### 2026-07-02: Montenegro breakfast prices and menu surprises draw tourist commentary A Polish tourist recounts Montenegro breakfast dishes, prices around €11, generous portions and occasional service mishaps. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/montenegro-breakfast-prices-and-menu-surprises-draw-tourist-commentary ### 2026-06-29: Montenegro Airport Authority to Relocate Car Rentals, While FK Zeta Criticizes Profit Share Montenegro’s airport authority will move car‑rental counters outside Podgorica terminal, leasing new spaces to earn ~€400k a year, while FK Zeta protests receiving only €50k from the same state firm’s profits. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/montenegro-airport-authority-to-relocate-car-rentals-while-fk-zeta-criticizes-profit-share ### 2026-06-28: Thesprotia beaches draw thousands as Montenegro tops European beach rankings Thousands flocked to Thesprotia’s Greek beaches, while the European Beach Index 2026 named Montenegro’s Mogren Beach the continent’s best, putting Greece’s Elafonisi fifth. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/thesprotia-beaches-draw-thousands-as-montenegro-tops-european-beach-rankings ### 2026-06-27: Montenegro road works trigger widespread traffic restrictions Montenegro imposes extensive traffic bans and alternating flow on several highways and regional roads as bridge and road reconstruction projects run through 2025‑2026. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/montenegro-road-works-trigger-widespread-traffic-restrictions ### 2026-06-26: Montenegro tourism sector sees mixed signals on season performance Montenegro’s Sutomore advertises low‑cost tourism – apartments from €20/night, coffee €1.5 and beach chairs €10‑15 – while a Chamber of Commerce official cautions that higher visitor numbers alone don’t prove a 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/montenegro-tourism-sector-sees-mixed-signals-on-season-performance ### 2026-06-25: Bosnia and Herzegovina Issues Orange Heat Warning as Temperatures Near 40°C Bosnia and Herzegovina placed an orange heat alert as temperatures may hit 40 °C, while the government announced preschool funding, a joint crisis drill in Tuzla and an energy‑security conference. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bosnia-and-herzegovina-issues-orange-heat-warning-as-temperatures-near-40c ### 2026-06-24: Balkans boost transport links with night trains, 5G highway and electric trolleybuses Croatia adds night trains to Split, Serbia opens a 5G‑enabled highway stretch, Sarajevo tests a battery‑run trolleybus, and Bosnia‑Herzegovina expands summer border crossings. 43 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bosnia-and-herzegovina-road-works-disrupt-traffic-on-major-highways ### 2026-06-24: Jaz Beach in Montenegro ranks among Europe's top 50 beaches for 2026 Montenegro’s Jaz Beach makes the 2026 list of Europe’s top 50 beaches, alongside spots like Sardinia’s Cala Goloritzé, Puglia, Lefkada and Algarve, as travel guides highlight new summer and autumn destinations. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/jaz-beach-in-montenegro-named-among-europes-top-50-beaches-for-2026 ### 2026-06-23: Roadworks disrupt traffic in Croatia, Montenegro and Bosnia Traffic updates: Croatia reports wildlife incidents and speed limits; Montenegro imposes extensive roadwork bans and alternating traffic; Bosnia restricts heavy trucks and reroutes for repairs. 7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/montenegro-and-bosnia-impose-extensive-road-closures-and-traffic-limitations-due-to-construction ### 2026-06-21: Montenegro approves noise reduction plans for Podgorica‑Tuzi and Ribarevine‑Bijelo Polje highways Montenegro’s government adopted its first noise‑action plans for the Podgorica‑Tuzi and Ribarevine‑Bijelo Polje highways, outlining speed limits, quieter surfacing and local measures to cut residents’ exposure. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/montenegro-approves-noise-reduction-plans-for-podgoricatuzi-and-ribarevinebijelo-polje-highways ### 2026-06-18: Montenegro's Mogren Beach tops European beach ranking Mogren Beach in Montenegro was ranked Europe's top beach for 2026, while a 2025 EU water‑quality report named Albania's coasts as the dirtiest in Europe. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/montenegros-mogren-beach-tops-european-beach-ranking ### 2026-06-15: Montenegro's Jaz Beach ranks among Europe's top 50 beaches for 2026 Jaz Beach in Montenegro ranked 35th on the World’s 50 Beaches 2026 list, praised for its clear waters and festival venue, with summer stays from €15 to €160. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/montenegros-jaz-beach-ranks-among-europes-top-50-beaches-for-2026 ### 2026-06-13: Montenegro and Croatia impose summer construction bans Kotor (ME) bans construction June 15‑Sept 1; Kostrena (HR) bans it July 1‑Aug 31 to protect summer tourism. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/montenegro-and-croatia-impose-summer-construction-bans ### 2026-06-13: Montenegro roadworks impose alternating traffic and heavy‑truck bans Montenegro’s AMSCG reports moderate traffic but widespread roadworks, imposing alternating traffic, heavy‑truck bans and temporary closures on major routes through June. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/montenegro-roadworks-impose-alternating-traffic-and-heavytruck-bans ### 2026-06-12: Montenegro imposes summer traffic bans on heavy trucks and buses Montenegro will ban heavy trucks, buses and campers on major highways from 15 June to 15 September 2026 to improve road safety during the tourist season. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/montenegro-imposes-summer-traffic-bans-on-heavy-trucks-and-buses ### 2026-06-10: Montenegro tourism season faces price hikes and traffic bottlenecks Montenegro's beach prices stay steady but chair fees will rise in July, while Serbian drivers face heavy road congestion en route to the Adriatic coast. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/montenegro-beach-chair-fees-rise-as-serbian-drivers-face-summer-traffic-jams ### 2026-06-07: Montenegro beach chair prices rise to €12–€25 as summer season starts Montenegro’s beach operators raise lounge‑chair fees to €12–€25 amid inflation, while JP Morsko dobro expects €32 million in lease revenue and plans infrastructure upgrades. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/montenegro-beach-chair-prices-rise-to-1225-as-summer-season-starts --- Cite as: Montenegro tourism strain deepens amid bridge closure. 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